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Tinubu Inherited Economy in Shambles, But Story Has Changed, Says Akpabio

Sunday Aborisade in Abuja President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has declared that President Bola Tinubu inherited an economy in shambles but has transformed the situation through what he described

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has stated that President Bola Tinubu inherited an economy in disarray but has since significantly improved the situation through innovative thinking and economic reengineering. Akpabio expressed confidence in Tinubu's ability to achieve more and secure a second term in office if the APC campaigns effectively in 2027.

The Senate President noted that the administration had made notable progress despite the challenging economic circumstances it inherited, as 27 states were previously unable to pay salaries and pensions, but this has since changed. Akpabio highlighted Tinubu's ability to introduce innovative solutions to Nigeria's economic and developmental challenges, promising to share the administration's unprecedented achievements with Nigerians during their 2027 electoral campaign.

He also defended the performance of the 10th National Assembly, emphasizing its significant contributions to national development across various sectors such as the economy, agriculture, security, education, and fiscal policy.

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